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Old Path White Clouds
Walking in the Footsteps of the Buddha
Book • 1987
"Old Path White Clouds" is a biographical novel that vividly narrates the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, from his birth to his enlightenment.
Thich Nhat Hanh portrays the Buddha as a relatable human being, born into privilege but deeply moved by the suffering he witnessed.
The book follows Siddhartha's journey as he renounces his royal life, seeks wisdom from various teachers, and ultimately discovers his own path to enlightenment through meditation and mindfulness.
Through rich storytelling, the novel illuminates the core principles of Buddhism, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
It emphasizes the importance of compassion, understanding, and the possibility of inner peace and liberation for all beings.
The book serves as both an engaging narrative and a profound exploration of Buddhist philosophy.
Thich Nhat Hanh portrays the Buddha as a relatable human being, born into privilege but deeply moved by the suffering he witnessed.
The book follows Siddhartha's journey as he renounces his royal life, seeks wisdom from various teachers, and ultimately discovers his own path to enlightenment through meditation and mindfulness.
Through rich storytelling, the novel illuminates the core principles of Buddhism, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
It emphasizes the importance of compassion, understanding, and the possibility of inner peace and liberation for all beings.
The book serves as both an engaging narrative and a profound exploration of Buddhist philosophy.
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